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CY55 Debuts From Composite Yacht

August 15, 2022 By InTheBite Magazine

The CY55 on the water.

The new Composite Yacht CY55 reaches a top speed of 54.9 knots, a speed potentially not yet seen by conventionally driven diesel sportfishing boats. Lou Codega and Associates had this goal in mind when they designed this high-performance hull. To endure the loads a boat of this size and weight must support at these speeds, the vessel has a carbon and Kevlar laminate that utilizes heat activated urethane-acrylate resin.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Boats, Featured Stories, General News, News, Press Releases Tagged With: Composite yachts, custom yachts, high performance, popular, press release, Yacht

Splash Report: Lunatico

August 10, 2022 By InTheBite Magazine

The unfinished hull of the Lunatico.

Titan Yachts’ latest endeavor, the 63-foot Lunatico, charged straight out of the marina like a blue marlin chasing a livey from the moment it touched the water. Jokingly referred to as the “Splash and Go,” the Lunatico set out for the Bahamas two days after it splashed. In a hurry to make it to Marsh Harbour to participate in Skip’s Tournaments, they had limited time for sea trials. “Attention to detail left little room for error. We had great confidence in our work, as did our customer and his captain,” said Russ Garufi, President of Titan Yachts.

[Read more…]

Filed Under: Boats, Featured Stories, General News, News, Splash Reports Tagged With: boat design, custom yachts, popular, Splash report, titan custom yachts, Yacht

New CABO 41: On Display at Miami Yacht Show

February 14, 2019 By InTheBite Editor

MIAMI, FL – FEBRUARY 14, 2018 –Hatteras/CABO Yachts LLC, a world leader in the construction of convertible sportfishing and luxury motor yachtsfrom 41 to 105 feet, is pleased to announce the reintroduction of the well-known CABO fishing boats brand. The first new CABO model to launch is the CABO 41, which will be on display at the 2019 Miami Yacht Show, February 14-18, at the Hatteras/CABO docks, located at In Water Show Ramp B, Slips 119-126.

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“We feel the market conditions are right to bring back the proven CABO line of hard-core fishing boats,” said Hatteras/CABO Yachts President and CEO Kelly Grindle. “Consumer research shows a continued strong affinity for the brand. CABO ranks as one of the top brands for quality and reliability. We intend to build on this well-deserved reputation as we fill a growing demand in the marketplace for inboard offshore, express-style fishing boats – a niche that CABO once owned. CABO will provide a step up from a center console to a boat that offers greater comfort and amenities while owners pursue their passion for angling offshore.”
 
Starting with the new CABO 41, the CABO line is now in production at the Hatteras/CABO Yachts factory in New Bern, utilizing the proven, quality boat-building technologies and processes that Hatteras has honed over its 60 years in operation.

GAThe CABO 41 will be offered with twin 626hp Volvo D11 engines, standard, with upgrades available to 670hp and 725hp, as well as Cummins QSM11 propulsion. Popular options include the Seakeeper 6 stabilization system and full custom tower and outriggers. 
 
The CABO 41 features a clean, spacious cockpit with mezzanine eating and an open helm deck. Its interior encompasses a comfortable, private queen-berth stateroom, large head, full galley and salon with wraparound settee/dining area that converts to a second berth. And storage is maximized throughout the boat to ensure ample stowage space for the serious fisherman.
 
“The CABO 41 is aimed at the sportfishing enthusiast who wants a better performing, higher quality, more comfortable offshore fishing platform,” Grindle said. “This model is only the beginning – the new CABO line we have in development will be made up of easy-to-own, durable fishing machines that give anglers the confidence to fish longer and the satisfaction of catching more fish while staying dry and comfortable, even in rough conditions.” 
 
Joe Cacopardo, director of marketing, Hatteras/CABO Yachts, LLC adds, “The new CABO 41 is perfectly positioned between the higher-end Hatteras product line and the other competitors currently on the market.”

CABO 41 profile_loresCABO 41 Specifications
 
LOA                            40’2″
LOA (with bow pulpit)     42’10”
Beam                           15’9″
Draft                           3’5″
Transom Deadrise       15 degrees
Displacement   (light)  31,000 lbs.
Fuel                             550 gal
Water                          95 gal
Cabin Headroom         6’3″
Sleeps                         4

For more information on the new CABO line of fishing boats, please visit caboyachts.com.

Filed Under: Featured Stories, General News, News, Press Releases Tagged With: cabo, Cabo 41, custom yachts, Hatteras, InTheBite, magazine, miami, miami yacht show, new boats, Splash report, sportfish, sportfishing

InTheBite Dock Talk: “Showtime!” 62′ Spencer – Refit Complete

February 12, 2019 By InTheBite Editor

Four months ago Captain Wink Doerzbacher walked us through the reconstruction of the 62′ Spencer Showtime!.

Check out our Dock Talk of the finished product after a full sportfish makeover:

In case you missed the first edition, here’s the reconstruction video-tour of the Showtime! from back in October 2018:

Filed Under: Dock Talk, Featured Stories, General News, News Tagged With: before and after, captain, custom yachts, Dock Talk, Florida, inside look, InTheBite, magazine, new boats, palm beach, refit, Sailfish, Showtime, Spencer Yachts, sportfish, sportfish makeover, sportfishing, Stuart, Video, walk through, Wink Doerzbacher

Viking 58 Convertible Making Her World Debut

November 13, 2018 By InTheBite Editor

Sourced by Viking Enews – 58 Wows Them at the Big Show

 

The Viking 58 Convertible made her world debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, drawing visitors non-stop throughout the five-day event. Click here for scenes from Viking‘s awesome 16-yacht Fort Lauderdale display.

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Filed Under: Featured Stories, General News, News, Splash Reports Tagged With: custom yachts, debut, FLIBS, Florida, fort lauderdale international boat show, ft Lauderdale, InTheBite, magazine, miami yacht show, new boats, Splash report, sportfish, sportfishing, Viking 58 Convertible, viking yacht service center, Viking Yachts

The Costa Rica Sea Mounts with Maverick Sportfishing

November 6, 2018 By InTheBite Editor

VIDEO: Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the Costa Rica sea mounts with Will Drost, and our friends at Maverick Sportfishing Costa Rica.

Grab the latest Oct/Nov issue for a story about one of the best fisheries in the world out of Los Sueños Resort & Marina.

 

Filed Under: Featured Stories, General News, News Tagged With: Blue Marlin, Charter Fishing, Costa Rica, custom yachts, fads, InTheBite, los suenos resort and marina, maverick sportfishing, oct/nov issue, Sea Mounts, sportfish, sportfishing

Viking Announces 38 Billfish Unveiling in February

November 6, 2018 By InTheBite Editor

The Viking Yacht Company is proud to announce the addition of three new boats to its industry-leading sportfishing fleet: the 38 Billfish, 38 Open and 46 Billfish. The 38 Billfish is an evolution of the highly successful 37 Billfish and another example of Viking faithfully carrying out its mission to build a better boat every day.

Viking President and CEO Pat Healey delivered the news to the Viking dealer network moments before the gates opened for the first day of the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.

The 38 Billfish was designed and built with the same DNA as its predecessor. As owner/operator vessels, they offer simplicity and ease of maintenance, serving as ready-to-go fishing machines as well as versatile cruising boats with reliable inboard diesel power.

Like her convertible brethren, the 38 Billfish’s flybridge is designed with a tournament-style center console walk-around helm. One helm chair is standard and two are optional.

The 38 Billfish’s command deck holds a salon-like living area that includes a port-side U-shaped dinette and a fiberglass hi-lo table. The cockpit is the largest in its class-109 square feet with mezzanine seating. Below, there’s a large forward stateroom available with either a single queen bed or optional crossover bunks and two hanging lockers; an L-shaped galley; and a head with enclosed shower.

The 38 Billfish and 38 Open share the same hull, cockpit and have a similar mechanical arrangement but differ in command deck and bridge configurations.

The 38 Open’s command deck also has ample seating, with port and starboard L-shaped lounges and storage below. A raised centerline command station gives the driver excellent sightlines. Accommodations include a forward stateroom with a lower double bunk and upper single and a hanging locker; a starboard-side sofa with storage; a port-side galley; and a head with enclosed shower.

Soon to join the 38 Billfish and 38 Open is the 46 Billfish, another exciting new model with sharp styling, exciting performance and legendary Viking quality. During the 37 Billfish‘s 2-year run of success, demand grew for this style of a Viking in a larger size. “The 46 was a natural progression for the Billfish,” says John Leek IV, General Manager of Viking Mullica where the Billfish series is being manufactured. “Our customers really grasped onto the philosophy behind these boats.”

The 38 Billfish will make her debut at the Viking VIP, hosted by the Viking Yacht Service Center in Riviera Beach, Florida, February 1st and 2nd. Introductions of the 46 Billfish and 38 Open are slated for later in 2019 and both will debut during the fall boat show season.

Filed Under: Featured Stories, General News, News, Splash Reports Tagged With: 38 billfish46 billfish, 38 open, custom boats, custom yachts, debut, february, FLIBS, Florida, fort lauderdale international boat show, InTheBite, new boats, riviera beach, splash repots, sportfish, sportfishing, unveiling, Viking Service Center, Viking VIP, Viking Yachts

2018 InTheBite Subscriber Giveaway Fishing Trip

October 25, 2018 By InTheBite Editor

Drew Ward of Houston, Texas won the 2018 InTheBite Subscriber Trip and a day fishing with Captain Harvey Shiflet on the Anticipation. Hitting a grand slam the first day, Drew and friends had a great time!
For your chance to win next year’s trip, just be actively subscribed to InTheBite Magazine as of January 1, 2019. Drawing is early 2019!

Filed Under: Featured Stories, General News, News Tagged With: anticipation, captain harvey shiflet, Captain of the Year, catch and release, custom yachts, dorado, drew ward, fishing trip, Grand Slam, houston, InTheBite, magazine, marlin, Spencer Yachts, sportfishing, subscriber giveaway, texas, virginia beach

Dock Talk: C-Worthy Custom Yacht Canvas

May 8, 2018 By InTheBite Editor

Here’s a look at our visit with C-Worthy Custom Yacht Canvas. Owner, Carol Dykes, shares why their products are functional works of art.

Filed Under: Dock Talk, Featured Stories, News Tagged With: boat accessories, boat covers, boat cushions, boat enclosures, c-worthy, cushions, custom furniture, custom yachts, customs design, Dock Talk, Florida, fort Lauderdale, InTheBite, mega yachts, miami, pompano beach, sportfish, sportfishing, yacht covers

2018 Viking Key West Challenge Day 1 Update

April 5, 2018 By InTheBite Editor

Current standings for Day 1 of the Viking Yachts Key West Challenge:

View the full Leaderboard here:

https://reeltimeapps.com/live/tournaments/2018-viking-yachts-key-west-challenge/leaderboards

Filed Under: Featured Stories, News, Tournament Results Tagged With: custom yachts, florida keys, InTheBite, irish twin, leaderboard, ragin cajun, sportfish, Tournament, Viking Key West Challenge, viking yacht company, Viking Yachts

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